Many names popular in the Polish People’s Republic came back into favor after many years. This includes, among others: Zofia, Zuzanna and Hanna, who have been making a sensation in Polish maternity wards again for several years.
However, not all grandmother’s names are so lucky. Grażyna is a good example here. Several dozen years ago, parents were very willing to call their daughters this, but today they almost do not do it at all.
The peak of the popularity of the name Grażyna was in the 1950s and 1960s. At that time, every fifth woman wore them, and there was no indication that they would be almost completely forgotten a few decades later.
It is estimated that over 228,000 people still live in Poland. women who wear them (according to the website Jakiimie.pl), and in no year since the beginning of this millennium has it been given more than 27 times. In 2023, the situation was really dramatic because only 7 girls received them.
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The name Grażyna is of Lithuanian origin. It comes from the word “graži” meaning “beautiful” person. In Poland, we owe them to the national bard – Adam Mickiewicz, who named the heroine of his famous poem from 1823 this way.
Moreover, if we look at astrology, Grażyna is a numerological number two. This number patronizes sensitive, empathetic and family-oriented people. It is a symbol of aesthetes who take care of themselves and the people around them.
Women named Grażyna are brave, they can sacrifice themselves for their loved ones, but they also do not forget about their own ambitions. They avoid conflicts and avoid nervous people. Harmony is what is of great importance to them in all spheres of life.
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Grażyna’s name day appears twice in the calendars – on April 1 and July 26. So don’t forget to wish your loved ones, women in your family, colleagues from work or neighbors. However, before you rush to them with flowers and a small gift, make sure on which of the above-mentioned dates they celebrate.
Otherwise, you may fail. Most often, it is the date that falls first after the birthday. However, don’t worry too much. Even if you make a mistake, the birthday girl is unlikely to take it badly. After all, it’s good intentions that count.